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“Eating clean” has become one of the most thrown around phrases in the past couple years when people start talking about eating and fitness, but it is unlikely that most people who speak about clean eating really know how to eat clean for their own bodies. People too often associate eating clean with Paleo, Whole …

Think about the last time you started a new exercise or nutrition program… You were filled with excitement and had great intentions…at the beginning. Maybe you filled your refrigerator with healthy food, bought new workout clothes for motivation, and even stuck with the program for a while. But, as the days, weeks, and months wore on, your interest waned and you found yourself making  excuses about why you couldn’t do it. Right?! Then you started to get discouraged. You weren’t getting the immediate results you expected. You started skipping your workouts and eating “cheat meals” more often than not. And, instead of the svelte new body you were expecting, the numbers on the scale remained unchanged and you threw in the towel. Right?! You’re not alone, this is the roller coaster ride many pursuing health and fitness experience. To be honest, failing to achieve your goals wasn’t entirely your fault. Why? We were made to life (and health and fitness) in community with others! A healthy lifestyle change is an ongoing journey and it is understandable to find your motivation fading every once in a while. This is where accountability coaches and partners can really help.  By providing you with gentle reminders of the goal you wanted to achieve when you started, walking alongside you thru the ups and downs, …

Every year Actualize Sports & Fitness closes for Spring Break…but we’re not going to leave you hanging! When Actualize is closed April 1-6, use the resources below to continue training and pursuing the nutrition that supports your purposes and potential in health, fitness and life: Spring Break 2019 – “No Equipment, No Problem!” bodyweight-only programming …

Staying the course with nutrition is often the hardest part of a healthy lifestyle change. And with nearly 80% of weight loss success being tied into proper nutrition, it’s quite possibly the most important part of the equation. One thing that makes it incredibly difficult is a lack of knowledge when it comes to recipes …

You’ve probably heard hundreds of meal replacement advertisements in the past. Have you wondered if they really work? The answer is yes. They do work, but not like you’d think. One of the top selling meal replacement brands on the market is designed specifically for an older clientele. Unlike most products, this brand isn’t designed …

Injuries happen! It has been an extremely rare occurrence for someone to get injured at Actualize. Unfortunately, our coaches can’t be with you 24/7 and injuries do happen inside and outside of the gym from time-to-time. Yes, getting injured is painful, but it doesn’t have to prevent you from staying on track and achieving your …

Staying the course with nutrition is often the hardest part of a healthy lifestyle change. And with nearly 80% of weight loss success being tied into proper nutrition, it’s quite possibly the most important part of the equation. One thing that makes it incredibly difficult is a lack of knowledge when it comes to recipes …

What exactly is Turmeric? Turmeric is a root relative to ginger that grows primarily in India and Southeast Asia. It is most commonly used as a spice in both Asian and eastern Indian dishes but is also a popular food dye. It has a faint peppery taste/smell and is of a very deep orange color, …

Can’t make it to the gym? Get a one-minute workout in! There are many times we have heard clients or read posts from people saying that because they couldn’t make it to the gym, they weren’t able to get a workout in. Excuses ranging from “I didn’t have any equipment, there’s not enough space”, or …